Inland waterway transport (IWT) is generally considered to be an environmentally friendly alternative to road transport and might also bring cost benefits. Nevertheless, the modal share of IWT remains limited, which is partly due to the necessary pre- and post-haulage to transport goods to and from the …

True Price (TP) transparency offers a structured approach to integrate sustainability into SME investment decisions by quantifying hidden social and environmental costs. This study explores how SMEs respond to TP insights, identifying key enablers and barriers to adoption. The Theory of Planned Behavior …

ABSTRACT The rise of global agricultural value chains presents both opportunities and challenges for rural transformation and economic development. In this regard, we propose that the expansion of the service sector in developing countries significantly influences the development of agricultural value …

In an era of rapid technological advancement, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a revolutionary force, reshaping industries and redefining human interactions with technology. The tourism sector, known for its dynamic nature and customer-centric focus, stands at the forefront of this AI-driven …

What is, exactly, an art of the working class today? Art owned by the working class? Made by the working class? Produced in the service of the working class? An art production chain owned by its workers? Art that operates within a working-class aesthetic register? This article gleans perspectives from …

Our planet’s weather patterns are changing, plastic pollution is increasing, economic volatility and social inequality are rising globally, and supply chains are becoming more unstable due to the overuse of vital resources. With its global reach and influence, the hospitality industry has the potential …

Minder zorgafval? Het kan! Nederlandse ziekenhuizen produceren dagelijks grote hoeveelheden afval, vooral door het gebruik van eenmalige medische producten (disposables). Ons onderzoek toont aan dat duurzamer werken mogelijk is zonder grote systeemveranderingen of extra kosten – vaak leidt het zelfs …

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the automotive aftermarket are under increasing pressure to remain competitive while transitioning to circular business models, in line with Dutch sustainability goals. These SMEs, operating in areas such as auto parts, battery systems, maintenance, and damage …

Hydrogen is emerging as a key element of Europe’s clean energy transition, creating an urgent need for specialised skills across the hydrogen value chain. The GreenSkillsforH2 project addressed this challenge by developing a comprehensive blueprint for upskilling and reskilling, implementing targeted …

"In the first quarter of 2025, 42.5% of net electricity generated in the EU came from renewable energy sources. In June 2025, solar was the largest source of EU electricity for the first time, with multiple countries producing record amounts of solar power. At least 13 member states set new monthly solar …